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Events at

Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation™

From special automotive exhibits and seasonal celebrations to immersive programming, our wide-ranging calendar of events at Henry Ford Museum brings you face to face with real things that have the power to inspire, inform and engage.

Upcoming Special Events and Exhibits at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation™

The World of Charles and Ray Eames

May 5 - September 3, 2018

Get an inside look at hundreds of creations from 20th century design icons Charles and Ray Eames. From furniture to architecture, trace the output of the Eames Office back to the early days of postwar modernism, and prepare to make your own movement.

The World of Charles and Ray Eames

May 5 - September 3, 2018

Get an inside look at hundreds of creations from 20th century design icons Charles and Ray Eames. From furniture to architecture, trace the output of the Eames Office back to the early days of postwar modernism, and prepare to make your own movement.

History Outside the Box

Tactile Tour

June 7, 2018 (Thursday) | 10am

For guests who are blind or visually impaired, a Tactile Tour of Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation offers an opportunity to experience the museum through touch and detailed description. Advance registration required.

Tactile Tour

June 7, 2018 (Thursday) | 10am

For guests who are blind or visually impaired, a Tactile Tour of Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation offers an opportunity to experience the museum through touch and detailed description. Advance registration required.

Eames Happy Hour

Maker Faire® Detroit

July 28-29, 2018 | 9:30am - 6pm

Join us for one of the most unusual and mind-boggling events to ever find a home in Detroit, a place where the DIY mindset can run wild. Hundreds of exhibiting makers participate annually, offering dozens of demonstrations and hands-on workshops for all ages.

Maker Faire® Detroit

July 28-29, 2018 | 9:30am - 6pm

Join us for one of the most unusual and mind-boggling events to ever find a home in Detroit, a place where the DIY mindset can run wild. Hundreds of exhibiting makers participate annually, offering dozens of demonstrations and hands-on workshops for all ages.

Things to Do Today at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation™

Allegheny Locomotive

Railroads (9:30am-5pm)

Built in 1941 and weighing 600 tons, the Allegheny was one of the largest steam-powered locomotives ever built. Watch our video of the Allegheny in operation and then step up into the cab of this mighty engine and imagine yourself at the controls.

Build a Model T

Made in America: Manufacturing (9:30am-3pm)

Grab a wrench and help build one of the cars that made Henry famous. Participants assist in the assembly of an authentic Model T. Spend as much or as little time as you want in this one-of-a-kind activity led by experienced presenters.

1975 Sperry-New Holland Combine

Agriculture (9:30am-5pm)

Imagine how a harvest might have looked to a farmer when you climb into the cab of our 1975 Sperry-New Holland combine.

Play & Create

Visions of the Future

Your Place in Time (9:30am-5pm)

With Liberty and Justice for All Response Wall

With Liberty and Justice for All (9:30am-5pm)

Henry's Assembly Line

Made in America: Manufacturing (10am - 4pm)

What better way to learn about an assembly line than to work on one? In this hands-on 20-minute program, your students will work together to assemble a miniature wooden Model T using the station and moving assembly line methods.